Blackpool as a Destination 1

Which county is Blackpool located in?

• Lancashire

• Cheshire

• Yorkshire

• Mersyside

Which part of the country is Blackpool in?

• North

• North East

• East

• North West

In which century did Blackpool first begin to get popular as a tourist destination?

• 16th

• 17th

• 18th

• 19th

Which of these is NOT an attraction in Blackpool?

• The Big Dipper

• The Winter Gardens

• Peppa Pig World

• The Tower Ballroom

How many tourists per year does Blackpool receive on average?

• 1.2 million

• 1.6 million

• 1.8 million

• 1.5 million

Give one reason why a 1 star hotel like the Belroy still continues to attract customers, even though the standard of accommodation is low.

Give one reason why a family with small children might prefer to have self catered accommodation such as a B&B, instead of a hotel.

Give one way that cheap ApartHotels are encouraging more people to stay in Blackpool whilst on a budget

Due to their limited mobility and potential for trips and falls, the elderly often have to have specific requirements when booking hotels. Which of these is NOT a specific consideration to this age group?

• proximity to the pubs

• lift/ramp access

• shower hand rails

• disabled parking nearby

A customer wants to book a holiday for 3 kids (ages 8, 11 and 14) and 2 adults to Blackpool for 4 days. EXPLAIN 2 things they would need to consider when booking accommodation.